History

Sir Eric Gairy (1974-1979)

1. Sir Eric Gairy (1974-1979) - Biography: Sir Eric Matthew Gairy was the first Prime Minister of Grenada, serving from the island's independence in 1974 until 1979. Gairy was a controversial figure, known for his earlier role in leading the labor movement that fought for better wages and work...

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Maurice Bishop (1979-1983)

- Biography: Maurice Bishop was the leader of the People's Revolutionary Government of Grenada from 1979 until his death in 1983. Bishop came to power after leading a coup that ousted Sir Eric Gairy. His government aligned itself with socialist principles and sought to improve social services, ...

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Nicholas Brathwaite (1983-1984; 1990-1995)

- Biography: Sir Nicholas Brathwaite was appointed as head of the interim government following the U.S. invasion of Grenada in 1983 and served until 1984, helping to transition the country back to democratic rule. He later became Prime Minister again from 1990 to 1995 after winning the general ...

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Herbert Blaize (1984-1989)

- Biography: Herbert Augustus Blaize served as Prime Minister from 1984 until his death in 1989. He was a founding member of the Grenada National Party (GNP) and later led the New National Party (NNP). Blaize played a crucial role in Grenada's recovery after the 1983 invasion, focusing on econo...

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Ben Jones (1989-1990)

- Biography: Ben Jones served as Prime Minister from 1989 to 1990 following the death of Herbert Blaize. Before becoming Prime Minister, Jones was a prominent lawyer and politician. His tenure was short, and he focused on continuing the policies of his predecessor, including economic developmen...

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George Brizan (1995)

- Biography: George Ignatius Brizan briefly served as Prime Minister in 1995 after the resignation of Nicholas Brathwaite. A former Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Brizan was known for his expertise in economics and education. He had a strong interest in agricultural development a...

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Keith Mitchell (1995-2008; 2013-2022)

- Biography: Dr. Keith Claudius Mitchell is one of Grenada's longest-serving Prime Ministers, having served from 1995 to 2008 and again from 2013 to 2022. Mitchell, leader of the New National Party (NNP), is known for his focus on economic growth, tourism development, and infrastructure improve...

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Tillman Thomas (2008-2013)

- Biography: Tillman Joseph Thomas served as Prime Minister from 2008 to 2013. He is the leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and a lawyer by profession. Thomas's tenure was marked by efforts to promote transparency, good governance, and social justice. He focused on poverty allevia...

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Dickon Mitchell (2022-present)

- Biography: Dickon Mitchell is the current Prime Minister of Grenada, having assumed office in June 2022. He leads the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and is a lawyer by profession. His victory marked a significant shift in Grenadian politics, bringing a younger generation into leadership. ...

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